Lush green lawns are attractive. But having beautiful, pest-free grass is even better, right? Absolutely! Enjoying your yard without enduring the aftereffect of bug bites or seeing ant mounds throughout is invaluable. Keep in mind that nothing is 100% guaranteed. But there are solutions available to reduce the nuisance of creepy crawlers overtaking your lawn. … More THE SECRET AND BENEFITS TO BUG FREE GRASS
Spring-2022 – Quick Tip #3 Have you seen unsightly brown mounds like this, or do you have them in your yard? If so, we suggest treating them immediately. Not only are they unattractive, they house ants. These pests can harm your lawn and you, especially if you like to walk barefoot in the grass. Don’t … More HOW TO MAKE YOUR YARD A BUG-FREE ZONE
Watch this video to find out the secret to spot treating weeds in your grass! 😀 After watching the video, what more can we say. 😄 The weeding hand tool is one of the best inventions that makes spot weed removal a breeze. This tool is ideal for dandelions and other invasive weeds. It works … More SERIES: MUST-HAVE GARDEN TOOLS #1 | WEEDING HAND TOOL
QUESTION FROM READER: I live in Stuart, Virginia, where we’ve had some rain but not a lot. I’ve noticed more weeds in our yard this year, particularly clover. They also seem to be popping up sooner. When is the best time to apply weed control, and is there one you recommend? GL365 RESPONSE: Dear Reader, … More QUESTIONS FROM READERS (April Edition)
Fall is coming to an end, and winter is quickly approaching. If your climate permits, we recommend a final fall clean-up since most of your fall projects, like seeding and planting, should be complete. Keep in mind, different regions experience seasonal weather changes at varying times. So, be mindful of the conditions in your area … More FINAL FALL CLEAN UP
Now that we’ve discussed the different types of grasses in an earlier post, how do you decide which one is right for you? The first two things to consider are climate and light. You must understand the weather conditions in your area and the type of light the grass will be exposed to. Do you have warm … More HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT GRASS SEED FOR YOUR LAWN
Identify the Grass in Your Yard There are two main categories of grasses, warm and cool seasons. Warm-season grasses prefer hot, humid, bright, sunny climates and thrive despite drought-like conditions. Cool-season grasses flourish in places where winters are cold and summers are hot. The different types of grasses in each category are as follows: Warm-season … More TYPES OF GRASSES
Aerating is a process needed to release soil that has compacted over time. Heavy foot traffic and using heavy equipment, like mowers, can compress turf. This is especially true for clay soils. When this happens, rain and other needed nutrients cannot reach the grassroots. Eventually, your lawn will begin to look unhealthy, thin, and die, … More WHY AERATE?